Douglas and McGarty (2001)reported that the anonymity of Internet chat rooms,newsgroups,and listservs seems to foster more hostile behavior than is observed in face-to-face conversations.This is an example of how _______ contribute(s)to deindividuation.
A)group size
B)physical anonymity
C)arousing activities
D)culture

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The anonymity of the Internet chat rooms, newsgroups, and listservs is an example of physical anonymity, which contributes to deindividuation. When individuals are physically anonymous, they feel less accountable for their actions and may engage in more hostile or antisocial behavior. This is consistent with the theory of deindividuation, which suggests that people are more likely to engage in deviant behavior when they feel anonymous and less accountable for their actions. Group size, arousing activities, and culture can also contribute to deindividuation, but they are not explicitly mentioned in this scenario.

Douglas and McGarty (2001)reported That the Anonymity of Internet Chat